Whole Wheat Cinnamon Apple Pancakes Recipe

Warm up your mornings with these delicious and healthy Whole Wheat Cinnamon Apple Pancakes! Bursting with the comforting flavors of cinnamon and sweet apples, these fluffy pancakes are made with wholesome whole wheat flour for a nutritious breakfast treat. Perfect for weekend brunches or a quick weekday morning meal, they're irresistible with warm maple syrup, fresh berries, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. This recipe is inspired by Light and Tasty's April/May 2005 issue.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 249.4 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 4.3 (18 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Whole Wheat Cinnamon Apple Pancakes

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How to Make Whole Wheat Cinnamon Apple Pancakes

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ¼ cups milk, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Fold in 1 cup chopped apples.
  5. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  6. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip when bubbles start to appear on the surface.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

5g

Carbs

14g